"We know obesity is an epidemic that needs immediate action," OMA president Dr. Mark MacLeod said in a statement.

"The facts speak for themselves and the time for action is now," he said in the statement. "Ontario has a chance to be a leader in Canada in tackling obesity and Ontario's doctors are calling on MPPs from all parties to support and pass this important piece of legislation."

Gelinas' plan calls for any food service premise with at least five locations and $5 million in gross annual revenue to post the amount of calories in food and drink on their menus.